Uruguay weather forecast: Cloudy skies, rain, and thunderstorms expected August 5, 2026

Uruguay's weather forecast for Wednesday, August 5, 2026, predicts a day dominated by cloud cover, fog, and widespread precipitation, including thunderstorms across several regions. The national temperature range is expected to be between 10°C and 23°C, according to the Uruguayan Institute of Meteorology (Inumet).

The northwest region will start with overcast skies, fog, and mist, accompanied by rain and thunderstorms. Winds will shift from east to north, blowing at 10-30 km/h with lighter periods. The afternoon and evening will maintain similar conditions with continued precipitation and thunderstorms. Temperatures in this area will range from 14°C to 23°C.

In the northeast, the morning will also be cloudy with fog and mist, alongside rain and thunderstorms. Winds will follow a similar pattern, shifting from east to north. The afternoon and evening will see persistent cloudiness, fog, and rain. Temperatures are forecast between 12°C and 22°C.

The southwest and central-south regions will experience cloudy to overcast skies with fog and mist, and probable thunderstorms. Winds will be from the east. Temperatures in the southwest will range from 12°C to 19°C, while the central-south will see temperatures between 12°C and 19°C.

The east and metropolitan areas, including Punta del Este, will also face overcast skies, fog, and mist, with probable thunderstorms and precipitation. Winds will be from the east. Temperatures in the east are expected to be between 10°C and 20°C. For Punta del Este specifically, the morning will be cloudy to overcast with fog and mist, and a low probability of precipitation.